Tiny connecticut market sells massive $143k lottery jackpot
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Tiny Connecticut market sells massive $143K lottery jackpot

One lucky ticket turned a stop at a Northford convenience store into a six figure payday

NORTHFORD, Conn. — A Connecticut Lottery player is holding a winning ticket worth more than $143K after a Fast Play jackpot ticket was sold at a small market in Northford.

According to Connecticut Lottery officials, the winning ticket was sold May 19 at Northford Country Market in Northford.

The lucky player won $143,514 playing the FAST PLAY $10 High Roller Progressive game.

Lottery officials have not released details about the winner or whether the jackpot has already been claimed.

Fast Play games feature progressive jackpots that continue growing until a winning ticket is sold.

The Connecticut Lottery regularly updates prize claims and retailer locations tied to winning tickets throughout the state.

Northford Country Market now joins a growing list of Connecticut retailers that have recently sold major lottery-winning tickets.

Officials did not immediately release additional information regarding the winning transaction.


Key Points

  • A FAST PLAY High Roller Progressive ticket worth $143,514 was sold in Northford
  • The winning ticket was purchased at Northford Country Market
  • Connecticut Lottery officials have not identified the winner
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